Appetizers

This Fig, Goat Cheese and Bacon Pizza is light but absolutely delicious. The creaminess of the goat cheese is paired with the sweetness of the figs and the savory taste of shallots. This whole wheat, thin crust pizza is topped with crispy bacon and a […]

These Garlic, Tomato and Basil Goat Cheese Crostini is easy to make, ready in under 20 minutes, and is essential summer food. One of the best parts of summer is the fresh produce. I personally am lucky enough to have a garden so I can […]

Rosemary Garlic Stuffed Soft Pretzels are filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, full of flavor, easy to make and will impress your dinner guests. They are so delicious that you might want to double the recipe! Since starting my herb garden, I’ve found myself experimenting with […]

Homemade Everything Soft Pretzels are absolutely delicious and pretty easy to make. The everything spice on these soft pretzels paired with this creamy pretzel cheese dip is so dang good that you think they came from the bar. One of my favorite party foods to […]

These quinoa vietnamese summer rolls are so fresh and delicious! They are easy to make and naturally gluten free. These summer rolls are a great lunch or dinner option that you don’t have to actually cook! I seriously love Vietnamese Summer Rolls. I could eat […]

Have you ever been horribly disappointed by an order of Crab Rangoon? I love them and have to add them to my order every single time. Well, my tradition is always to keep trying until I find a Chinese place in my neighborhood that has […]

Sometimes I have plenty of time to put together appetizers for guests or parties. I’ll have a fun menu and spend two days cooking and baking. Then, there are other times I’m not in the mood to be in the kitchen or simply don’t have […]

Comfort food is part of what makes autumn warm and cozy. I’m back into the kitchen with a buzz of cooler weather and a warm oven! I have to confess though: this morning started with a mess. I’m obsessed with apples and wanted to […]

Happy September! The end of the summer is quickly approaching and that means football season here. The trips to the bars to watch the game are on the rise—as is hosting parties and gatherings. Playing hostess is one of my favorite things to do. It […]

A few weeks ago my friends and I got together at a Mexican restaurant. Have you ever noticed how great they are for large groups? Every time I go with a group of friends or family, its a fun, interactive night. Besides the company, one […]